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What causes Alzheimer’s disorder? How do pacemakers control heart rate? How is radiation used for both diagnosis and treatment of illness? Applied Science covers scientific content from across the disciplines of Biology, Chemistry and Physics and puts it
into the settings in which it is used on a daily basis. Students need to research independently, communicate their ideas effectively and demonstrate the ability to problem solve across a range of experimental contexts.

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Students cover fundamental scientific principles, and the experimental and practical techniques associated with applied science. There is a particular emphasis on investigative skills and scientific research. This is alongside developing their understanding
of the roles and skills of scientists and the public and media perceptions of science. There is the option for students to specialise within a particular area in Year 13.